Cleaning Up: Leadership in an Age of Climate Change Honey, I Shrunk the Oil And Gas Sector | Ep237: Lord John Browne
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Dec 10, 2025 Lord John Browne, former CEO of BP and pioneer in the push for emissions reductions, discusses the future of energy from his unique vantage point. He explores how clean energy could soon surpass fossil fuel demand, the complexities of geopolitical dynamics like China's rise as an 'electrostate,' and AI’s role in energy needs. Browne also highlights his Beyond Net Zero fund's focus on innovative decarbonization strategies, emphasizing adaptation and resilience alongside technology for climate action.
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Geopolitics Is Redefining Energy Priorities
- Geopolitics now centers on security, autarky and big power blocs rather than Cold War-style stability.
- Lord John Browne says this shift raises premiums on controlling energy, borders, IP and speech.
Avoid Simplistic 'Electrostate' Labels
- Labels like "electrostate" or "petrostate" simplify reality and miss mixed national strategies.
- Browne notes both China and the US pursue electrification and hydrocarbons in different measures.
Technosilver: AI To Prevent Utility Wildfires
- Beyond Net Zero invested in Technosilver to predict and prevent utility-impacting wildfires using learning models.
- Browne says the company advises utilities to shut down parts of the system to stop fires and is expanding into floods and earthquakes.
